by donnersa | Aug 9, 2023 | Blog
Finding yourself in a dispute with a landlord can be a very personal thing. Not only are you at risk of the landlord refusing to return your deposit or coming after you for more, but in some circumstances they might sue leaving you without a home. So when you start...
by donnersa | Jul 21, 2023 | Blog, Consumer Law, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Are you struggling with collection agencies after having your debt discharged in bankruptcy? If so, you’re not alone. Many individuals have found themselves in a difficult situation after their debt has been released, with collection agencies calling and sending...
by donnersa | Jan 30, 2023 | Blog, Personal Injury
With winter in full force here in St. Louis, sidewalks and other surfaces have become slippery and dangerous. What should you do if you or a loved one slips and falls? In addition to getting medically checked out, it is important to protect your legal rights. Here are...
by donnersa | Nov 2, 2022 | Blog, Consumer Law, Uncategorized
It can be daunting when you discover your car is missing. Here are a few steps to follow if you find yourself in this situation. Remember, you don’t have to face this alone. Contact Donner Applewhite for guidance or if you have questions during this process. We...
by donnersa | Jan 6, 2021 | Blog, Consumer Law
In Missouri and around the country, scammers are finding more creative ways to steal your money. One of the latest cons that is gaining popularity is using gift cards to steal your hard-earned cash. While giving someone a gift card as a present is still a great idea,...
by donnersa | Dec 23, 2020 | Blog, Consumer Law
The Telecommunications Consumer Protection Act was passed by Congress in 1991 to rein in telemarketing companies that had been bombarding consumers in Missouri and around the country with unsolicited sales calls. The government decided to take action after the Federal...
by donnersa | Jul 6, 2020 | Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents
As automakers continue to develop self-driving cars, residents in Missouri and across the U.S. are envisioning a time when there will be no accidents at all on the roads. However, according to a study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, this will be far...
by donnersa | Jun 19, 2020 | Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Some people in Missouri might be surprised to learn that rural roads can actually be more dangerous than city roads. This is a common misconception, and the false sense of security it gives can lead to careless behaviors that make them even more hazardous. These...
by donnersa | Jun 16, 2020 | Blog, Personal Injury
Auto accidents are a constant danger on the Missouri roadways. Drivers who are distracted, under the influence, drowsy, reckless or negligent can spark a crash. Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable to injuries and death in a collision. Pedestrian accidents are...
by donnersa | Jun 8, 2020 | Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Thousands of road users are killed or seriously injured each year in Missouri and around the country in motor vehicle accidents caused by tire blowouts. One such accident that attracted widespread media attention took place on Interstate 40 in New Mexico in August...
